SCL Dubai2025 – Binous Classic Delivers a Stunning Showdown in the Desert 🏆🌴🇦🇪

SCL Dubai returned in spectacular form at the Binous Classic 2025, bringing two days of world-class strength, celebration, and competition to one of the most electrifying fitness stages on the planet.

Held in October 2025, the event once again showcased the perfect blend of power, atmosphere, and world-class production in the heart of the UAE. The competition served as the final chance to qualify for the upcoming SCL World Finals in South Africa, making every lift count — and the athletes did not disappoint.

🥇 Final Podium Results

🏆 Gold – Aivars Šmaukstelis (Latvia 🇱🇻)
🥈 Silver – Adam Roszkowski (Poland 🇵🇱)
🥉 Bronze – Ramin Farajnezhad (Iran 🇮🇷)

The Latvian legend Šmaukstelis dominated across the events, demonstrating championship-level consistency and grit. He held off fierce competition from Polish powerhouse Roszkowski and the crowd favorite, “Persian Lion” Farajnezhad, who secured third with an explosive final day.

🌍 Last Tickets to South Africa Secured

This event marked the final qualification stop before the Strongman Champions League Finals. The last three athletes to earn their way into the 2025 World Finals were:

• Kelin Mills

• Graham Hicks
  

• Jesper Hansson

These names now join the elite lineup set to compete in the ultimate battle for the title of SCL World Champion 2025 in South Africa, scheduled for 15–16 November.

👑 All Eyes on the Final

With the finals just weeks away, the question remains:
Will reigning champion Rayno Nel (also winner of the 2025 Rogue Invitational and Strongest Man of Africa) stay healthy and defend his crown?

Stay tuned — final predictions are coming soon.

📸 Event Highlights

Trophies were awarded by Enis Binous, founder of the Binous Classic, adding extra prestige to an already powerful weekend of strength sport.

🖼️ Check out full podium and behind-the-scenes images on our socials.
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